Category: Fruit Farming

Introduction to Candlenut Candlenut, locally called kukui nut in some parts of the world, is not yet a household name in Kenya. But this evergreen tree, which produces oily nuts long valued in Asia and the Pacific, is quietly gaining attention as a multipurpose crop. Farmers who have tried it are discovering that candlenut can …

Candlenut Farming in Kenya, A Step by Step GuideRead More

For years, tamarind trees were simply part of the landscape in many Kenyan homesteads—towering giants with pods that kids chewed for their sour-sweet taste. Today, this once-overlooked fruit is making waves as both a food product and an income stream. Tamarind pulp is used in juices, chutneys, sauces, candies, and even herbal medicine. With demand …

Profitable Tamarind Cultivation: A Farmer’s Step-by-Step ManualRead More

When you hear “currants,” most people think of Europe, where the little red berries are used in jams, juices, desserts, and even wines. In Kenya, red currants are almost unknown, but they’re starting to gain attention with chefs, nutritionists, and health-conscious consumers. Their bright red clusters, tart-sweet taste, and high vitamin C content make them …

Crimson Profits: A Practical Guide to Red Currant FarmingRead More

If you’ve only known the common sweet orange, blood oranges will surprise you. Their red flesh looks almost like a berry, and the taste has a hint of raspberry mixed with citrus. They’re not yet common in Kenya, which is exactly why they’re worth your attention. Specialty fruits fetch higher prices, especially when sold to …

A Complete Blood Orange Farming GuideRead More

Pomelos, known locally in some markets as shaddock, this giant citrus fruit is slowly gaining popularity in Kenya. Unlike the sharp bitterness of grapefruits, pomelos are sweeter, with a mild tang and a refreshing aroma. Globally, pomelo is a staple in Southeast Asia, especially in Thailand, China, and Malaysia, where it is celebrated as both …

Pomelo Farming Made Simple: High Yields, High ReturnsRead More

Mineola oranges, sometimes called “honeybells” or “tangelo” because of their cross between tangerines and grapefruits, are not your ordinary citrus fruit. They have a bright reddish-orange skin, sweet-tangy taste, and a juiciness that makes them highly sought after in both local and export markets. While they are popular in the United States and parts of …

Mineola Orange Farming Made SimpleRead More

If you’ve ever seen longan fruit, you’ll understand why the Chinese call it “dragon’s eye.” The round, brown fruit has a translucent flesh and a shiny black seed inside, looking just like an eyeball. Don’t let the looks scare you, longan is actually sweet, aromatic, and highly prized across Asia. In Kenya, very few people …

The “Dragon’s Eye” Fruit: Longan Farming HandbookRead More

Imagine eating a lemon and finding it tastes like a sweet orange. That’s exactly what miracle fruit does. This small red berry has a natural compound called miraculin that coats your tongue and temporarily makes sour foods taste sweet. In countries like the U.S. and Japan, miracle fruit is sold as a novelty for “flavor-tripping” …

Beyond Ordinary Berries: Miracle Fruit Farming for AgripreneursRead More

If you’ve never heard of feijoa, you’re not alone. This green, egg-shaped fruit, also called pineapple guava, isn’t common in Kenya yet, but it should be. Bite into one and you’ll get a burst of pineapple, strawberry, and guava flavors all in one. It’s rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a “superfruit” …

A complete Feijoa Farming Handbook for Kenyan FarmersRead More

If you’ve never seen a kumquat, picture a tiny orange, about the size of a big olive, that you don’t bother peeling. You pop it in your mouth whole. The peel is sweet, the inside is tangy, and the mix surprises first-timers. Because of this, kumquats are loved in high-end kitchens for garnishing, making marmalade, …

Kumquats: The Tiny Citrus That Makes Big MoneyRead More